Apocynum cannabinum
Indian hemp
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The Apocynum cannabinum plant species is found in Northeastern N. America. It is a member of the Apocynaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Indian hemp.

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Latin Name:  Apocynum cannabinum
Common Name:  Indian hemp
Family:  Apocynaceae
Author:  L.
 
Known Hazards:  All parts of the plant are poisonous[1, 4, 19, 62]. It contains toxic cardioactive glycosides[222].
 
Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:  1
 
Habitat:  Gravelly or sandy soil, mainly near streams[4]. A common weed of cultivated land[60], usually found in shady or moist places[94].

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